1950 Triumph Roadster vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1972 Triumph GT6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 243 kg more than 1972 Triumph GT6.
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, 1972 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 1972 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Triumph Roadster | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Roadster | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1163 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
