2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1975 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Stilo (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Stilo | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
