2006 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 721 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Accord | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |