1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1968 Nissan Cedric is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 716 kg more than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 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 (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | Spider Riviera | Cedric |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |