1998 Honda NSX vs. 1968 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 515 kg more than 1968 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 1300, 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 NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1968 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | NSX | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
