1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cedric is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse 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 4 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 444 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cedric | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Cedric | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |
