1999 Honda Today vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 35 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 1,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1964 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Today | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |