2002 Honda Logo vs. 1980 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2002 Honda Logo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Logo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1980 Triumph Spitfire 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 1980 Triumph Spitfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Logo, 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, 1980 Triumph Spitfire (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Logo | 1980 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Logo | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
