1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 190 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.
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 Fiat 132 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 132 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
