1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Holden Barina
To start off, 1992 Holden Barina is newer by 42 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Barina 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 180 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina.
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, 1992 Holden Barina, 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, 1992 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Barina 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 | 1992 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
