2008 Honda Fit vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 35 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 315 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 1973 Triumph 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Triumph 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Fit | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 63 L |
