1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 47 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 95 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Nissan 211 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | 211 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |