2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Pilot | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
