1957 Triumph TR3 vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Triumph TR3. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1957 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 712 kg more than 1957 Triumph TR3. 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. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1957 Triumph TR3 has manual transmission. 1957 Triumph TR3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Triumph TR3 | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Triumph | SsangYong |
| Model | TR3 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2910 mm |
