1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 26 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 254 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40. 1984 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2580 mm |
