1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1973 Honda 1300 is newer by 20 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 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 59 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
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, 1973 Honda 1300, 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | 1300 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1247 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
