1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cedric is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 495 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cedric | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Cedric | 356 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |