1949 Triumph Mayflower vs. 1966 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1966 ZAZ Jalta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Triumph Mayflower (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Triumph Mayflower should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 320 kg more than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1949 Triumph Mayflower (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Triumph Mayflower | 1966 ZAZ Jalta | |
Make | Triumph | ZAZ |
Model | Mayflower | Jalta |
Year Released | 1949 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 54.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2030 mm |