1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1964 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1964 Nissan Cedric is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1964 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Nissan Cedric is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Cedric will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 1964 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 15 | Cedric |
Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2540 mm |