1999 Audi A2 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 40 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A2 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
