2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 53 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1947 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda B2500 | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | B2500 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |
