1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1975 Holden Torana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Torana (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Torana weights approximately 84 kg more than 1953 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, 1975 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
