1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
