1999 MCC Smart vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 50 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart.
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, 1999 MCC Smart (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1949 Triumph Mayflower has manual transmission. 1949 Triumph Mayflower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 MCC Smart | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | MCC | Triumph |
Model | Smart | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2110 mm |