1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 48 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 140 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, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | 211 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
