1999 Renault Spider vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 53 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 154 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Spider | 1946 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Renault | Triumph |
Model | Spider | Roadster |
Year Released | 1999 | 1946 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3120 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |