1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1974 Triumph TR6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Triumph TR6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1974 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph TR6. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph TR6. 1974 Triumph TR6 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Triumph TR6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 135 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
