2001 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 85 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza. 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 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
