2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 47 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 291 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | 211 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
