1971 Fiat Dino 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 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 545 kg more than 1976 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, 1971 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Dino | Torana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
