1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 9 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 82 kg more than 1961 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | AMC | Nissan |
Model | Gremlin | Cedric |
Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |