1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 42 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 451 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cedric | 407 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
