1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 610 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
