2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 51 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 560 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | 211 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
