2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 44 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 570 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 166 | 211 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
