1953 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 58 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 481 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, 2011 Mazda 6, 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Triumph Mayflower | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Mazda |
| Model | Mayflower | 6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 106 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
