1964 Nissan Cedric vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 425 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Cedric | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cedric | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
