1983 Ford Granada vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 35 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, 1983 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 65 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.
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, 1948 Triumph Roadster (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1948 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Granada | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Granada | Roadster |
Year Released | 1983 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |