2005 MCC Smart vs. 1952 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 MCC Smart (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 1952 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | MCC | Triumph |
| Model | Smart | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2140 mm |
