1995 Rover MGF vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1995 Rover MGF is newer by 46 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover MGF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover MGF (145 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover MGF should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover MGF weights approximately 574 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Rover MGF (236 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm). This means 1995 Rover MGF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover MGF | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Rover | Triumph |
| Model | MGF | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
