1989 Honda Prelude vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 225 kg more than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Triumph Vitesse 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 1966 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude, 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, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Prelude | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Prelude | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
