2005 Honda That vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2005 Honda That is newer by 32 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph 1500 (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 1500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda That will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Triumph 1500 (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That. 2005 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1973 Triumph 1500 has manual transmission. 1973 Triumph 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda That | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | That | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
