1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 46 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 329 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 211 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
