1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1959 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Vauxhall Victor (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 14 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, 1959 Vauxhall Victor (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Nissan 211 | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | 211 | Victor |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |