1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2003 Holden Monaro is newer by 42 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 842 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, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro 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 | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 40 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2800 mm |