1960 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 50 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Cedric | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2329 mm |
