2007 Nissan Note vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 54 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 288 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, 2007 Nissan Note, 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, 2007 Nissan Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Note | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Note | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 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 | 1242 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
