1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Cedric | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
