1996 Honda CRX vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | CRX | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |
