1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 345 kg more than 1971 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Cedric | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
