1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1974 Holden Statesman is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 545 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
