1971 Holden Torana vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 36 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Torana | Exige |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
