1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1985 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1985 Holden Commodore is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Commodore (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Commodore weights approximately 365 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1985 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | 1300 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
