1987 Nissan Micra vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1987 Nissan Micra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1987 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Micra | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Micra | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
