1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 515 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, 1970 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
