1968 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 45 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 651 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Triumph Vitesse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph Vitesse | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Triumph | Honda |
| Model | Vitesse | Accord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
