1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cedric is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 50 kg more than 1963 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zodiac | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
