1998 Honda Legend vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire 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 (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 890 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Legend | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Legend | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |