1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1979 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 16 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 221 kg more than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
