1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Camira weights approximately 10 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira, 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, 1983 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1983 Holden Camira | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 40 | Camira |
Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |