1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 750 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
