1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1955 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 395 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR2. 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, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1955 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2250 mm |
