2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 34 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 1400 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 1400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 1400 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | 1400 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
