2005 Ford Ka vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
