1953 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 912 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 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Triumph Mayflower | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Triumph | Mazda |
| Model | Mayflower | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 106 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
