1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 33 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 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 405 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cedric | 406 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
