2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1966 Triumph 1300
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 1300. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 647 kg more than 1966 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Triumph 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1966 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | CR-V | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
