2008 Nissan Micra vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Micra | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
