1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 1997 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1997 Opel Tigra is newer by 34 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, 1997 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 29 kg more than 1997 Opel Tigra.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 1997 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
