2008 Honda Element vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 61 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1947 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1947 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Element | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
