2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 54 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, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 694 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (126 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1946 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Extreme | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 1776 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
