1964 Nissan Cedric vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1964 Nissan Cedric is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1964 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Nissan Cedric is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Cedric will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Cedric | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Cedric | P5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
