1948 Triumph Roadster vs. 2011 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2011 Renault Trafic is newer by 63 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
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, 2011 Renault Trafic, 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, 2011 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Triumph Roadster | 2011 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Triumph | Renault |
| Model | Roadster | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |
