1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Honda 1300 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 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, 1972 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | 1300 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1493 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2110 mm |