1970 Ford Capri vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Ford Capri 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Capri weights approximately 18 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 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
