1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1952 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1952 Triumph TR2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1952 Triumph TR2.
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, 1952 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1952 Triumph TR2 | |
Make | Austin | Triumph |
Model | A 40 | TR2 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1952 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 56 L |