1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 55 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 455 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 211 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
