1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1975 Holden Statesman is newer by 14 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Statesman weights approximately 775 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, 1975 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman 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 | 1975 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2900 mm |
