1976 Mini MK III vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1976 Mini MK III is newer by 17 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Nissan 211 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 34 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1976 Mini MK III.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Nissan 211 (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Nissan 211 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mini MK III | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | MK III | 211 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2230 mm |
