1971 Holden Torana vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana.
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 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Torana | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Torana | Celica |
Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |