2007 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 248 kg more than 1963 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
