2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 52 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1948 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 2000 Chevrolet Express 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. 2000 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Express | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Express | Roadster |
Year Released | 2000 | 1948 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2550 mm |