1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 350 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Civic (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Stanza | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Stanza | Civic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1305 kg |
