2004 Honda Civic vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 54 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 104 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Civic | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |