1967 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 618 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph Vitesse | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Triumph | Honda |
| Model | Vitesse | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2620 mm |
