1993 Nissan Serena vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 47 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, 1993 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 235 kg more than 1946 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, 1993 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 1946 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Serena | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
