1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 32 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 196 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cedric | 407 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
