1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
