2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris, 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 (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1948 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Yaris | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1024 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
