1982 Audi 100 vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1982 Audi 100 is newer by 20 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 100 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1962 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 100 | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
