2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 53 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | YRV | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
