2005 Honda NSX vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 780 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | NSX | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |