2007 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Triumph TR6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph TR6.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph TR6 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
