1952 Austin A vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 868 kg more than 1985 TVR 390.
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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 1985 TVR 390 | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A | 390 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
