1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 130 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 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 211 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2330 mm |
