1949 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 61 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 306 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, 2010 Citroen C4, 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 2010 Citroen C4 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. 2010 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Triumph Mayflower | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Triumph | Citroen |
| Model | Mayflower | C4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 106 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
