1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 495 kg more than 1963 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Nissan | Avanti |
| Model | Cedric | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
