1967 Nissan Cedric vs. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus
To start off, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Cedric | 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Cedric | Sunbeam-Lotus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
