1987 Ford Laser vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser.
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 Ford Laser, 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, 1987 Ford Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Laser | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
