1998 Lancia Zeta vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. Both 1998 Lancia Zeta and 1970 Nissan Cedric are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Zeta | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Zeta | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
