1967 Nissan Cedric vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 42 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 122 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (181 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Cedric | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Altima |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
