1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
