1969 Triumph 2000 vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1969 Triumph 2000 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph 2000 (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1946 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, 1969 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Triumph 2000 | 1946 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 2000 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
