2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 658 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 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Impreza | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
