2004 Honda Element vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 367 kg more than 1965 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Element | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
