1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1974 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. 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 Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Sunny | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
