1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 51 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 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Triumph Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (407 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Range Rover | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
