1966 Holden HD vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1966 Holden HD is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 270 kg more than 1962 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | HD | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
