1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 53 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | 211 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2329 mm |