1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cedric is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 100 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flavia | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
