1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 13 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 29 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
