1990 Ford Festiva vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster

To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva is newer by 44 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 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Triumph Roadster (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1946 Triumph Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Triumph Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1946 Triumph Roadster (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Festiva 1946 Triumph Roadster
Make Ford Triumph
Model Festiva Roadster
Year Released 1990 1946
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1295 cc 1776 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 106 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2550 mm