1972 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1972 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 72 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |
