1950 Triumph Mayflower vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 25 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 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Triumph Mayflower | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mayflower | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |
