1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 500 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 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | 211 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
