1975 Nissan Silvia vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1975 Nissan Silvia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 Triumph TR4.
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, 1962 Triumph TR4 (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Silvia | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | Nissan | Triumph |
Model | Silvia | TR4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2240 mm |