1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 49 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 265 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cedric | 147 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
