1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 545 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
