2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan X-Trail | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | X-Trail | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
