2000 Honda NSX vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 215 kg more than 1972 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | NSX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
