1987 Citroen AX vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 25 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 6 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 255 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
