1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 698 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm). This means 2003 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Triumph | Honda |
| Model | Spitfire | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2630 mm |
