1977 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 18 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 285 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, 1977 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
