1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1997 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1997 Renault Twingo is newer by 39 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1997 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 211 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |
