1962 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 48 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 562 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 2010 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Triumph Vitesse | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Triumph | Nissan |
| Model | Vitesse | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
