1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 401 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | Super 7 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
