1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 525 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 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | 211 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
