2001 Audi A2 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 22 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 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 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A2 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 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 |
