1968 Lotus Europa vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1968 Lotus Europa is newer by 9 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Europa | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Europa | 211 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
