1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry 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, 1963 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |
