1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 1970 Holden Torana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,286 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 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.
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1959 Chevrolet Corvair | 1970 Holden Torana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvair | Torana |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |