1981 Ford Granada vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 31 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 262 kg more than 1950 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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Granada | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
