1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1985 Avanti Avanti is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 535 kg more than 1963 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
