1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 16 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 170 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1286 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
