1970 Holden Torana vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 35 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. 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, 2005 MG TF (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Torana | TF |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1158 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
