2005 Audi A3 vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. Both 2005 Audi A3 and 1980 Nissan Stanza are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Audi A3 (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 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 |
