1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 37 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, 1988 Ford Fiesta (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 182 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1988 Ford Fiesta, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fiesta | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2110 mm |
