1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro

To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 43 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 895 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall 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 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
Make Austin Vauxhall
Model A 40 Monaro
Year Released 1961 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 5665 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 36 HP 329 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 465 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 760 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 2800 mm


 

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