1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 49 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 161 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Cedric | Insight |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |