1968 Triumph 1300 vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 560 kg more than 1968 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph 1300 | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Triumph | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
