1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1952 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1952 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 1952 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1952 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 33 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2140 mm |
