2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 260 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | Stanza |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |