2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1963 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
