1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 45 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, 2003 Subaru R2 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Nissan 211 (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1958 Nissan 211 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 211 | R2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 658 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
