1952 Triumph Mayflower vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Triumph Herald is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Triumph Mayflower | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Mayflower | Herald |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| 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 | 79 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| 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 | 2140 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
