1967 Nissan Cedric vs. 1968 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1968 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Nissan Cedric (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Cedric | 1968 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Cedric | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |
