1981 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1981 Audi 100 is newer by 22 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 185 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, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 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 |
