1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1961 Nissan Cedric is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1961 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2540 mm |
