2008 Lotus Elise vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotus Elise (180 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 2008 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Elise | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Elise | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
