1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
