1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1979 Nissan Silvia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Silvia | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Silvia | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
