1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1976 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1976 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1961 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, 1976 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1976 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Cedric | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
