1968 Triumph 2000 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Triumph 2000 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Triumph | Honda |
Model | 2000 | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |