2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 39 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 25 kg more than 1961 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
