2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 46 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
