1996 Ford Ka vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 21 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 412 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
