1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1957 Ford Zodiac is newer by 8 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 244 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Zodiac | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1957 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2110 mm |