1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 31 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Nissan 211 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 205 (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Peugeot 205 (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 211 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
