1957 Austin A135 vs. 1955 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1957 Austin A135 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1955 Triumph TR2 | |
Make | Austin | Triumph |
Model | A135 | TR2 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 56 L |