1954 Citroen 2CV vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1954 Citroen 2CV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Triumph Mayflower (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Triumph Mayflower should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 455 kg more than 1954 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1949 Triumph Mayflower (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 2CV | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | 2CV | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 45 L |
