1967 Ford 17 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1967 Ford 17 is newer by 9 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 17 weights approximately 125 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, 1967 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 17 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 17 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
