2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1971 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Triumph GT6. (107 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 778 kg more than 1971 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Triumph GT6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph GT6. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1971 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | CR-V | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
