2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |
