1984 Citroen BX vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 35 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX.
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, 1984 Citroen BX, 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | BX | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
