1959 Lotus Elite vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cedric is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 710 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Elite | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elite | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
