1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 33 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veloster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veloster (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veloster weights approximately 217 kg more than 1979 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 Hyundai Veloster (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2012 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Stanza | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4219 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
