1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 277 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
