2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (76 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 30 kg more than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz, 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, 2005 Honda Jazz (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Jazz | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1243 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 37 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 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 | 984 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
