1980 Audi Sport vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 34 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Triumph Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1946 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | Sport | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
