1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 110 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
