1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1999 Kia Potentia is newer by 41 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 545 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, 1999 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | 211 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
