1950 Austin A135 vs. 1946 Triumph 1800
To start off, 1950 Austin A135 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph 1800 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1946 Triumph 1800. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 928 kg more than 1946 Triumph 1800. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1946 Triumph 1800 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A135 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
