1952 Ford Vedette vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1961 Nissan Cedric is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 40 kg more than 1961 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, 1952 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Vedette | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
