1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 100 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Skyline | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
