2001 Opel Corsa vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Corsa | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Corsa | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2001 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1246 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 | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2140 mm |