2005 Kia Rio vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 27 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 955 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
