1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
Model | Charmant | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1976 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |