2003 Honda S2000 vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda S2000 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1950 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, 2003 Honda S2000 (220 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda S2000 | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | S2000 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
