1982 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
