1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 460 kg more than 1962 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
