2008 Rover 45 vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 10 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 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, 2008 Rover 45, 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, 1948 Triumph Roadster (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Rover | Triumph |
| Model | 45 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1180 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
