1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1955 Austin A 55 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Triumph Renown (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 225 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 55 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
