1962 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara

To start off, 1990 Nissan Pintara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 254 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1962 Triumph Vitesse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. 1990 Nissan Pintara has automatic transmission and 1962 Triumph Vitesse has manual transmission. 1962 Triumph Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Nissan Pintara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Triumph Vitesse 1990 Nissan Pintara
Make Triumph Nissan
Model Vitesse Pintara
Year Released 1962 1990
Engine Size 1596 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 906 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2560 mm


 

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