1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 47 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Micra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
