1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1976 Triumph TR7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. 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, 1976 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Austin | Triumph |
Model | A 30 | TR7 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |