1958 Austin A135 vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1975 Holden Torana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 964 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana. 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 1975 Holden Torana | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A135 | Torana |
Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |