2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 28 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 695 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
