1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 185 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 Rover 25 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 2005 Rover 25 | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | 211 | 25 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |