1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 14 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 480 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, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | 211 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
