2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 48 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 2,260 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 465 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1488 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
