1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1968 Opel Rekord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Rekord weights approximately 167 kg more than 1959 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, 1968 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 211 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
