2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda S2000 (208 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | S2000 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
