1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 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, 1968 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cherry | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Nissan | Triumph |
Model | Cherry | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |