1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1984 Holden Statesman is newer by 19 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 960 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, 1984 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Statesman 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 | 1984 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2900 mm |
