1956 Chrysler C vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1967 Nissan Cedric is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 560 kg more than 1967 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, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | C | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
