1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 545 kg more than 1962 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cedric | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
