2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 48 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 341 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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cobalt | 211 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
