1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 355 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Stanza | Nano |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
