1995 Fiat 126 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1995 Fiat 126 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 705 kg more than 1995 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat 126 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
