2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
