2001 Citroen C2 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 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 34 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
