1971 Citroen GS vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1971 Citroen GS is newer by 22 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, 1971 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS.
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, 1971 Citroen GS, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | GS | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
