1995 Honda Today vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph TR6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Triumph TR6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1974 Triumph TR6 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1974 Triumph TR6 has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Triumph TR6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Today | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
