1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1996 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1996 Proton Saloon is newer by 37 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Saloon (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Saloon weights approximately 25 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, 1996 Proton Saloon (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 1996 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | 211 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
