1999 Honda Today vs. 1976 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph Dolomite (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 230 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 1976 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 1976 Triumph Dolomite (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 1976 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Today | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
