1987 Citroen AX vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 266 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1951 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 1951 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, 1951 Triumph Mayflower (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 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 | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | AX | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2110 mm |
