1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 490 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 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 211 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1415 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
