1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1966 Fiat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 140 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
