1958 Fiat 500 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1958 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 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 23 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Triumph Mayflower should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 480 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. 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, 1949 Triumph Mayflower (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 500 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1958 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |