1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 32 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 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
