1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1957 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1957 Triumph TR3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Triumph TR3 (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1957 Triumph TR3.
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:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 1957 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 90 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
