2007 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 83 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Civic | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |