1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 45 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 425 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cedric | Baja |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
