1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 32 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 150 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, 1990 Rover 400 (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Nissan 211 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | 211 | 400 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |