2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 61 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper, 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Mini | Triumph |
Model | Cooper | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |