1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 10 kg more than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 2300 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
