1994 Honda Today vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph 1500 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 1500 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Triumph 1500 (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Today | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
