1953 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 326 kg more than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Triumph Mayflower | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mayflower | Golf |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1968 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 106 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
