1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1952 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1961 Abarth 700 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 380 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
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, 1952 Triumph Mayflower (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1952 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 700 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
