1988 Honda NSX vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1988 Honda NSX is newer by 15 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda NSX weights approximately 416 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | NSX | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
