2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 48 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 275 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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Elantra | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Elantra | 211 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |