1973 Triumph 1500 vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1973 Triumph 1500 is newer by 23 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, 1950 Triumph Roadster (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 228 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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, 1950 Triumph Roadster (147 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (106 Nm). This means 1950 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph 1500 | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 1500 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
