2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 47 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 89 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
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, 2000 Opel Corsa, 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Corsa | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
