2006 Seat Leon vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 53 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 380 kg more than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Seat Leon, 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 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Leon | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Seat | Triumph |
Model | Leon | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |