2009 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire 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) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 443 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Accord | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |