1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 295 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTA | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
