2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 25 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
