1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 51 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), 2010 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 445 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, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | 211 | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2615 mm |
