2005 Fiat Croma vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 44 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 500 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, 2005 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Croma | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
