1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 34 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 49 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 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 (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira 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 | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 40 | Camira |
Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |