1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1991 Holden Apollo is newer by 38 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Apollo weights approximately 215 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.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Apollo, 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, 1991 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Apollo 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 | 1991 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 40 | Apollo |
Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |