1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 582 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1998 Honda Shuttle (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Shuttle | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Shuttle | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
