2004 Audi A3 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 26 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
