2006 Opel Signum vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 57 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 610 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, 2006 Opel Signum, 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, 2006 Opel Signum (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Signum | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Signum | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 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 | 1560 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
