1971 Nissan Gloria vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, both 1971 Nissan Gloria and 1971 Triumph Spitfire were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc, 1971 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 515 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Gloria | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Nissan | Triumph |
Model | Gloria | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1296 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |