1960 Nissan Cedric vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1974 Opel Kadett is newer by 14 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 13 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Nissan Cedric (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Cedric | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
