1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1952 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1959 Austin A 35 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph TR2 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1959 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, 1952 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1952 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 35 | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 56 L |
