1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 21 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 30 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | 211 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
