2005 Honda Accord vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 576 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Triumph Vitesse 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 1965 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Accord | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |