1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Austin | Triumph |
Model | A 40 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
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 | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |