1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 298 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 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Cedric | 3 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2639 mm |