1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1968 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1993 Honda Concerto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Concerto weights approximately 285 kg more than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Honda Concerto (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 1968 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Concerto | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |
