1951 Triumph Mayflower vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 38 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Polo (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1951 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 1951 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1951 Triumph Mayflower (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Triumph Mayflower | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mayflower | Polo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
