2005 Toyota RunX vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 57 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 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Because 1948 Triumph Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Triumph Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RunX | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | RunX | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1152 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
