1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 313 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cedric | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
