1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 48 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 629 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, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cedric | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2852 mm |
