1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 65 kg more than 1957 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 40 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |