1959 Ford 17M 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 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 175 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. 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 (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 17M | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
