2004 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 45 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Ypsilon | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Ypsilon | 211 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1242 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 | 102 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
