1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1963 Nissan Cedric is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 590 kg more than 1962 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
