1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1966 Nissan Cedric is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 147 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
Model | 3000 | Cedric |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |