1999 Seat Formula vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Formula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Because 1999 Seat Formula is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Triumph Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula 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 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Formula | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Formula | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
