2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 58 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, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 1949 Triumph Mayflower (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Spark | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 795 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
