1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1965 Holden EH is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 425 kg more than 1961 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1965 Holden EH | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 40 | EH |
Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |