1983 Nissan Stanza vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 Nissan Stanza.
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, 2010 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Stanza | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Stanza | i10 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
