1957 Ford Consul vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1958 Nissan 211 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Consul (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 155 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, 1957 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | 211 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
