1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 250 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Stanza | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
