1996 Honda Today vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Today | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
