1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 38 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 245 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Cedric | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
