2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 49 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 518 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, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Sonata | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Sonata | 211 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2230 mm |
