1957 Ford Prefect vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 555 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. 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 (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Prefect | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
