1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 225 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
