2003 Mazda 6 vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1962 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| 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 | 207 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
