1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1977 Renault 12
To start off, 1977 Renault 12 is newer by 19 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1977 Renault 12.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1977 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 211 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
