1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana.
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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1974 Holden Torana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Bel Air | Torana |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2590 mm |