2008 Toyota Corolla vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 55 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 144 kg more than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
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, 2008 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Corolla | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 37 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
