1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1963 Holden EJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Holden EJ (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden EJ should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 104 kg more than 1955 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, 1963 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | EJ |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
