1973 Triumph 1500 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph 1500 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Triumph | Nissan |
| Model | 1500 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
