1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1973 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
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, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Austin | Triumph |
Model | A 40 | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1854 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |