1964 Nissan Cedric vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 43 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 365 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 2007 Audi A3. 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Cedric | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Cedric | A3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
