1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1972 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Spitfire (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Nissan Bluebird (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Bluebird | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Bluebird | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2110 mm |
