1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 49 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 109 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | 211 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
