1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1979 Citroen GSA is newer by 30 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen GSA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen GSA (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Because 1949 Triumph Mayflower is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Citroen GSA (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen GSA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | GSA | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1979 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |