2003 Acura EL vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Triumph 1500 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 1973 Triumph 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL, 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, 2003 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | EL | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
