1994 Hyundai Accent vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower

To start off, 1994 Hyundai Accent is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 19 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Accent.

Because 1953 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 1953 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Hyundai Accent 1953 Triumph Mayflower
Make Hyundai Triumph
Model Accent Mayflower
Year Released 1994 1953
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1339 cc 1247 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 83 HP 37 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 79 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 71.5 mm 63 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.5 mm 100 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 954 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2110 mm


 

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