1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 40 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 169 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Cedric | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
