1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 24 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charmant | 211 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
