2007 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Triumph 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
