1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 45 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 245 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
