2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. 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 S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | S-MX | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
