2003 Ford Ka vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 42 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 123 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
