1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1968 Nissan Cedric is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 694 kg more than 1961 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cedric | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
