1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 157 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | 1300 | Camira |
Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |