1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 35 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 195 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
