2004 Kia Visto vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 51 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, 2004 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 154 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto.
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, 2004 Kia Visto, 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, 1953 Triumph Mayflower (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Visto | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Visto | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2110 mm |
