1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2004 Rover 25 is newer by 42 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 25 (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 25 weights approximately 200 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, 2004 Rover 25 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Cedric | 25 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
