2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 46 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 375 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | 211 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
