1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Torana weights approximately 274 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 1972 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1000 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
