1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cedric is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cedric (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 500 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cedric | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Trabant |
| Model | Cedric | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
