2005 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 701 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
