1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1974 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1974 Holden Monaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Monaro weights approximately 56 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. 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 Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 1974 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 70 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |