2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 36 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 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
