1953 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 114 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1953 Triumph Mayflower 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 1953 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Triumph Mayflower | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Triumph | Honda |
Model | Mayflower | Civic |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 106 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |