2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 59 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 418 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Cee'd | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 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 | 1368 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
