2009 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 246 kg more than 1959 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 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | 211 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1388 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 | 124 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
