1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1979 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1979 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 20 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph Dolomite (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 15 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, 1979 Triumph Dolomite (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 1979 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | 211 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
