1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 Nissan 211

To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 30 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.

Let's talk about torque, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Daihatsu Charade 1959 Nissan 211
Make Daihatsu Nissan
Model Charade 211
Year Released 1989 1959
Engine Size 1295 cc 988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2400 RPM
Vehicle Weight 808 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2230 mm


 

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