2006 Mazda 3 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 260 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 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | 211 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |
