2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 570 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant, 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Galant | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2110 mm |
