1984 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1984 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Civic weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Honda Civic (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Civic | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |