1999 Honda Z vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 49 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 10 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 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1950 Triumph Mayflower (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Z | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
