1950 Triumph Mayflower vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Triumph Mayflower | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Mayflower | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2110 mm |
