1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 46 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 206 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Altima |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
