2006 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 720 kg more than 1970 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
