2009 Honda Accord vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 506 kg more than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Accord | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |