1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 12 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 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 617 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 130 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 130 | 211 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3235 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |