1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1966 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
