1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 39 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 275 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Cedric | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
