2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 47 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 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 780 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 159 | 211 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
