1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 125 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
