2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 43 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 365 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 147 | 211 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
