1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1975 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Cherry | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2110 mm |
