1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana.
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, 1972 Holden Torana (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 1972 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 40 | Torana |
Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |