1960 Nissan Cedric vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1962 Wartburg 311 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Nissan Cedric (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Cedric | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Cedric | 311 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
