1983 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1983 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Civic weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Honda Civic (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Civic | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2110 mm |