1964 Austin Princess vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 860 kg more than 1971 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2700 mm |
