1959 Fiat 1800 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 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
