1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1970 Triumph 1300 is newer by 8 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, 1970 Triumph 1300 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 15 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Cedric | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
