1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1961 Nissan Cedric is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 405 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 1000 | Cedric |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2540 mm |