1962 Ford Cortina vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 542 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Cortina | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cortina | Cedric |
Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |