1967 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 45 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 301 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Cedric | 6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2789 mm |
