1956 Ford Anglia vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 580 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Anglia | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Anglia | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
