1980 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1980 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 95 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Triumph Vitesse 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 1968 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Civic, 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, 1968 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
