1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 50 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 308 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, 2012 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Cedric | Forte |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2649 mm |
