2008 Citroen C8 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2008 Citroen C8 is newer by 50 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 725 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, 2008 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C8 | 211 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
