1996 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Triumph TR7 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 1981 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1981 Triumph TR7 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Civic | TR7 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2170 mm |