1967 Alvis TF vs. 1952 Austin A 30
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 874 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 1952 Austin A 30 | |
Make | Alvis | Austin |
Model | TF | A 30 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |