2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | HR-V | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
