1973 Triumph GT6 vs. 2012 Honda Stream

To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph GT6 would be higher. Both 1973 Triumph GT6 and 2012 Honda Stream are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 556 kg more than 1973 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 Triumph GT6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Triumph GT6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Triumph GT6 2012 Honda Stream
Make Triumph Honda
Model GT6 Stream
Year Released 1973 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74.7 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2120 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L