1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1978 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1978 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph Dolomite (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Triumph Dolomite.
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, 1978 Triumph Dolomite (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1978 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Austin | Triumph |
Model | A 40 | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 56 L |