1946 Austin 16 vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1962 Nissan Cedric is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 16 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
