2007 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1968 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
