2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 60 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 165 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.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Triumph Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | HR-V | Roadster |
Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |