1951 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 59 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 236 kg more than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Kia Soul, 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, 2010 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Triumph Mayflower | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Triumph | Kia |
Model | Mayflower | Soul |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |