1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1968 Nissan Cedric is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 610 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |
