1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 53 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 385 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 211 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2619 mm |
