1974 Triumph 2000 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 33 kg more than 1974 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph 2000 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Triumph | Honda |
| Model | 2000 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
