1949 Triumph Mayflower vs. 1974 Triumph TR6

To start off, 1974 Triumph TR6 is newer by 25 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph TR6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1974 Triumph TR6 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 1974 Triumph TR6 has automatic transmission and 1949 Triumph Mayflower has manual transmission. 1949 Triumph Mayflower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Triumph TR6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1949 Triumph Mayflower 1974 Triumph TR6
Make Triumph Triumph
Model Mayflower TR6
Year Released 1949 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1247 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 37 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2110 mm 2240 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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