1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 30 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 1750 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
