1974 Citroen CX vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 285 kg more than 1963 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, 1974 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
