1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1957 Austin A 35 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Triumph Roadster (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 460 kg more than 1957 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, 1947 Triumph Roadster (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1947 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 35 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
