2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
