1967 Triumph TR5 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 211 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5.
Because 1967 Triumph TR5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Triumph TR5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Triumph TR5 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Triumph | Honda |
Model | TR5 | Insight |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |