2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 29 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Bantam | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
