1969 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. Both 1969 Nissan Bluebird and 1973 Triumph Spitfire are equipped with a 1,296 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 125 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Nissan Bluebird (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Bluebird | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Bluebird | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2110 mm |
