1952 Triumph Mayflower vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Triumph 2000 is newer by 22 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 295 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Triumph Mayflower | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Mayflower | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2700 mm |
