1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1971 Holden Torana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,159 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Torana weights approximately 49 kg more than 1958 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, 1971 Holden Torana (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2440 mm |
