2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Titan | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2110 mm |
