1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 365 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 Vauxhall Signum (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cedric | Signum |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
