1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1968 Nissan Cedric is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 540 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Seven | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
