1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 38 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 370 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Sapporo | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
