1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 54 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 1,968 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 373 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 211 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1968 cc |
| 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 | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1404 mm |
