2009 Mazda 2 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 35 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 Mazda 2 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 2 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 2 | 211 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |