1984 Austin Montego vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 25 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 119 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | 211 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
