1992 Nissan Sunny vs. 1968 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1992 Nissan Sunny is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 410 kg more than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Sunny | 1968 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Sunny | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
