1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1958 Nissan 211 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 558 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, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Bel Air | 211 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2230 mm |