1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 2 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 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 310 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 2300 | 211 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |