1975 Honda Civic vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1975 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda Civic (49 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 272 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic.
Because 1949 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 1949 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Honda Civic (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 37 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
