1970 Holden Torana vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1970 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1970 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Torana | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1158 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
