1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 50 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 101 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, 2011 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Cedric | Soul |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
