1951 Triumph Mayflower vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1963 Triumph Herald is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Triumph Mayflower | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Mayflower | Herald |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
