1988 Subaru Leone vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 39 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Leone weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1949 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 1949 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone, 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, 1988 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Leone | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Leone | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2110 mm |
