2001 MCC Smart vs. 1952 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 MCC Smart (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 MCC Smart (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 1952 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | MCC | Triumph |
| Model | Smart | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2140 mm |
