1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1963 Nissan Cedric is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 106 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Zodiac | Cedric |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |