1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 325 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfetta | 211 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
