1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo 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 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 80 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Nissan | Tata |
Model | 211 | Indigo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |