2009 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 269 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Accord | GT6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |