1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 14 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 100 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Giulia | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 37 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
