1978 Triumph TR7 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower

To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 95 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, 1978 Triumph TR7 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Triumph TR7 1949 Triumph Mayflower
Make Triumph Triumph
Model TR7 Mayflower
Year Released 1978 1949
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1247 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 37 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 79 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.3 mm 63 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 45 L


 

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