1988 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
