1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 572 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Mini Metro | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
