1987 Peugeot 405 vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 405, 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 Peugeot 405 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 405 | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 405 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2140 mm |
