1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Holden Monaro is newer by 52 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Monaro weights approximately 602 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, 2004 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Monaro 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 | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 40 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |