2006 Audi A3 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 45 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 343 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
