1972 Simca 1301 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 90 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, 1972 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | 1301 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
