2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 183 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
