1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 36 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 134 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, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-3 | 211 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |