1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 47 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 1,997 cc, 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 635 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 211 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1997 cc |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
