1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1958 Nissan 211 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1958 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, 1951 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2230 mm |
