2000 Honda City vs. 1977 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Dolomite.
Because 1977 Triumph Dolomite 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 1977 Triumph Dolomite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda City, 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, 2000 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda City | 1977 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | City | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
