1990 Honda Legend vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse

To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 538 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 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 1967 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Legend 1967 Triumph Vitesse
Make Honda Triumph
Model Legend Vitesse
Year Released 1990 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2675 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 66.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 882 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 40 L


 

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