1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 430 kg more than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Triumph Vitesse 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 1964 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Prelude | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
