1946 Triumph Roadster vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 64 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1946 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Triumph Roadster 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 1946 Triumph Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Triumph Roadster. 2010 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1946 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1946 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Triumph Roadster | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Triumph | Mazda |
| Model | Roadster | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
