1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (102 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 350 kg more than 1965 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, 1976 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |
