1954 Austin A vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 660 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 975 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |