2007 Honda Civic vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 575 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
