1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 23 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | 1000 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2110 mm |
