1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Fiat 130 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1962 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 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
