1948 Triumph Roadster vs. 1958 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1958 Triumph TR3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Triumph TR3 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 245 kg more than 1958 Triumph TR3.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Triumph Roadster | 1958 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Roadster | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
