1983 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1983 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph 1300 (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 1969 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
