1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 42 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 290 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | 211 | 307 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |