1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 is newer by 25 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 215 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, 1988 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cedric | 505 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
