1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 25 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 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 45 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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 211 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
