1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 45 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 879 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina 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 | 2003 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 40 | Berlina |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2950 mm |