1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 295 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, 1999 Renault Megane (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 211 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
