2004 Honda NSX vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 43 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1961 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda NSX | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
