1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 32 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 115 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127.
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, 1981 Fiat 127, 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, 1949 Triumph Mayflower (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 127 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2110 mm |
