2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Idea (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 225 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 Fiat Idea (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | 211 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
