1960 Nissan Cedric vs. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Cedric | 1990 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cedric | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
