1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Fleetwood | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2540 mm |
