1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 41 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 568 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Cedric | FX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2885 mm |
