2007 Nissan Primera vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 60 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 349 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 1947 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 1947 Triumph Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera, 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Primera | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Primera | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
