2008 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Accord | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |