1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Nissan 211 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 95 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, 1959 Nissan 211 (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Nissan 211 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Taft | 211 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2230 mm |