1974 Lada Riva vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 13 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 28 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Riva | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2540 mm |
