1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 21 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 285 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 211 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
