1948 Triumph Roadster vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 53 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 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 177 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 1948 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 1948 Triumph Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Triumph Roadster | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Roadster | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
