2001 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 312 kg more than 1972 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 (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2110 mm |
