1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1949 Austin A 90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1947 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Austin | Triumph |
Model | A 90 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1949 | 1947 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |