1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle is newer by 28 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 650 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Shuttle | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Shuttle | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
