1957 Ford Consul vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1960 Nissan Cedric is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
