2006 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1973 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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Accord | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 800 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 |