1970 Holden Torana vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
