1973 Triumph TR6 vs. 1952 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 21 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph TR6 | 1952 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | TR6 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
