1999 Honda Insight vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza

To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Insight 1980 Nissan Stanza
Make Honda Nissan
Model Insight Stanza
Year Released 1999 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 995 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 67 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2410 mm