1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Because 1969 Triumph 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Triumph 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Concerto | 2000 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |