1990 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | Plus 4 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
