1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Nissan 211 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 40 (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2230 mm |
