1968 Honda S600 vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Triumph 2000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | S600 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |