1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Triumph GT6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Step Wagon | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2120 mm |
