1946 Triumph Roadster vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1962 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 244 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1946 Triumph Roadster (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1946 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Triumph Roadster | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Triumph | Triumph |
Model | Roadster | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1946 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1776 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |