1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 46 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 571 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Cedric | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
