1970 Holden Torana vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Holden Torana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Record weights approximately 85 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Opel Record (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Torana | Record |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1158 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
