1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 28 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Avenger (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
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, 1977 Chrysler Avenger (124 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Avenger | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | Avenger | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
