1998 Honda Legend vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 845 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend, 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Legend | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Legend | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |