1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 211 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2000 mm |
