1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 34 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Life weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Triumph | Honda |
| Model | Spitfire | Life |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2370 mm |
