1966 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Cedric | 3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2639 mm |
