1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 330 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra, 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, 2000 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
