1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1975 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 60 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
