1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1974 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 31 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 35 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2110 mm |
