1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 34 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 520 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
Model | Alfa 6 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1983 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |