1965 Nissan Cedric vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 174 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan Cedric | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Cedric | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
