1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1974 Seat 131 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Seat 131.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Cedric | 131 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
