1952 Triumph Mayflower vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 21 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 634 kg more than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Triumph Mayflower | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Triumph | Avanti |
| Model | Mayflower | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2780 mm |
