2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 220 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 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | 211 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2230 mm |
