1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 95 kg more than 1961 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tempra | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
