1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 33 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 75 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, 1991 Citroen ZX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | ZX | 211 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
