1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 441 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 1974 Holden Torana (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600. 1974 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1600 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2590 mm |
