1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 554 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
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 Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Vanette | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2330 mm |
