1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1977 Mazda 616 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
