1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 40 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1890 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2670 mm |