1990 Citroen BX vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 185 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 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | BX | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |
