1953 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 57 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 14 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
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, 2010 Fiat Croma, 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Triumph Mayflower | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Triumph | Fiat |
Model | Mayflower | Croma |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 106 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |