1946 Triumph Roadster vs. 1975 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR6 is newer by 29 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 Triumph TR6.
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, 1975 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Triumph Roadster | 1975 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Roadster | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
