2001 Ford Ka vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 43 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | 211 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
