1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
Model | Spider | Roadster |
Year Released | 1981 | 1947 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |