2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
