1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 40 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 425 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 156 | 211 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |