1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 90 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2110 mm |
