1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 50 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 625 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | 211 | Colt |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |