1994 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 880 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan 300 ZX | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Nissan | Triumph |
Model | 300 ZX | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |