1988 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 680 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | 300 ZX | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
