1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 110 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cedric | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
