1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 15 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 220 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, 1974 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | 211 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
