1981 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Triumph 1500

To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord.

Because 1972 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 1972 Triumph 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 1500.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Honda Accord 1972 Triumph 1500
Make Honda Triumph
Model Accord 1500
Year Released 1981 1972
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1602 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 965 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2460 mm


 

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