1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 550 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (127 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
