1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 35 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 135 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Carina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
