1987 Citroen AX vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 228 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1950 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 1950 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, 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, 1950 Triumph Mayflower (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1950 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | AX | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
