1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Prelude | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |
