1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 485 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 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 211 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
