2009 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 508 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
