2002 Honda Z vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Z | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
