1951 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 60 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda.
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, 2011 Fiat Panda, 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Triumph Mayflower | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Triumph | Fiat |
| Model | Mayflower | Panda |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 106 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
