1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1972 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,853 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Dolomite (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 73 kg more than 1972 Triumph Dolomite.
Because 1972 Triumph Dolomite 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 1972 Triumph Dolomite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1972 Triumph Dolomite (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 1972 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Concerto | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1853 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 967 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |