1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 70 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 40 | Camira |
Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |