1981 Nissan Leopard vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1981 Nissan Leopard is newer by 8 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Leopard (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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, 1981 Nissan Leopard (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Leopard | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Leopard | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2753 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
