2001 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Civic | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 153 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |