1981 Nissan Stanza vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 352 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Stanza | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Stanza | Insight |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
