2009 Subaru Forester vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 60 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), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 683 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 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Forester | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Forester | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 170 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
