2001 Audi A2 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 23 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, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A2 (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A2 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
