1948 Austin 16 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1959 Nissan 211 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | 16 | 211 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |