2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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 1973 Triumph 1500. 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 (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | CR-V | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
