1949 Triumph Mayflower vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Saturn SC is newer by 50 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saturn SC weights approximately 95 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.
Because 1949 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 1949 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SC, 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, 1999 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 1999 Saturn SC 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. 1999 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Triumph Mayflower | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Triumph | Saturn |
| Model | Mayflower | SC |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2610 mm |
