1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 428 kg more than 1948 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1948 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1948 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Caprice | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
