1954 Allard K3 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1963 Nissan Cedric is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Allard K3 (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1963 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, 1954 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | K3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
