1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2003 Holden Vectra is newer by 46 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Vectra weights approximately 480 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Vectra, 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, 2003 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Vectra 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 | 2003 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
