1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 37 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 940 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina 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 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2950 mm |
