1960 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Cedric | Carens |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
