2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1970 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 CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | CR-V | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2110 mm |