2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 56 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 153 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | F-150 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
