1999 Audi TT vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 20 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 510 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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | TT | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
