1975 Lada 1200 vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Lada 1200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1975 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lada 1200 | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 1200 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
