1987 Honda Legend vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 550 kg more than 1971 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, 1987 Honda Legend (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Legend | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |