1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 25 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 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 193 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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cedric | XT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
