1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 1988 Holden Camira is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Camira (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Camira weights approximately 20 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, 1988 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, 1988 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 1988 Holden Camira 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. 1988 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1988 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
