1950 Triumph Roadster vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1974 Triumph TR6 is newer by 24 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph TR6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 78 kg more than 1974 Triumph TR6.
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, 1974 Triumph TR6 (195 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 1974 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster. 1974 Triumph TR6 has automatic transmission and 1950 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1950 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Triumph TR6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Triumph Roadster | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Roadster | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1163 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
