1950 Austin A135 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1971 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 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 67 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A135 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |
