1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1971 Holden Torana is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana.
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, 1971 Holden Torana (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
