1979 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Because 1971 Triumph 1500 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 1971 Triumph 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, 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, 1979 Honda Accord (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
