1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 19 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 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 97 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Celica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
