2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 147 kg more than 1963 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | HR-V | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
