1948 Triumph Roadster vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1980 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 32 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 433 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.
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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Triumph Roadster | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Triumph | Pontiac |
Model | Roadster | Firebird |
Year Released | 1948 | 1980 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1776 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |