1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1968 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1972 Honda 1300 is newer by 4 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 1,298 cc, 1972 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300.
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, 1972 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1968 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | 1300 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
