1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1975 Renault 5 is newer by 12 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, 1963 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cedric | 5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
