1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 38 kg more than 1958 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, 1994 Ford Fiesta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | 211 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
