2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 400 kg more than 1972 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 Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Ridgeline | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2110 mm |
