1961 Austin 7 vs. 1988 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Nissan Cedric is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Cedric (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 860 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Nissan Cedric (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1988 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | 7 | Cedric |
Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |