1948 Triumph Roadster vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Triumph 2000 is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Triumph Roadster | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Roadster | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
