2007 Nissan Note vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 322 kg more than 1972 Triumph GT6.
Because 1972 Triumph GT6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Triumph GT6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Note | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Note | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
