1959 Alvis TD vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1959 Alvis TD is newer by 11 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 255 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Alvis | Triumph |
Model | TD | Roadster |
Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |