1971 Nissan Skyline vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1972 TVR 1600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Skyline (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 224 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Skyline | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Skyline | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
