1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1961 Austin A 99 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1958 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, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |
