1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1993 Honda Concerto is newer by 43 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 128 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Because 1950 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 1950 Triumph Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto, 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, 1950 Triumph Roadster (147 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1950 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Concerto | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Concerto | Roadster |
Year Released | 1993 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 147 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |