1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 49 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Metro | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
