1951 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 56 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 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 93 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Triumph Mayflower | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Mayflower | Citi |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 106 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |