1974 Honda Life vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1974 Honda Life is newer by 4 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 38 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 260 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Life | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 28 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2110 mm |