1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1958 Nissan 211 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 425 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, 1956 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 95 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |
