1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 455 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 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | 211 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
