2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 56 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Atos (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
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, 2005 Hyundai Atos, 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, 2005 Hyundai Atos (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Hyundai | Triumph |
| Model | Atos | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
