1957 Austin A135 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1972 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 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 101 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A135 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2110 mm |
