1972 Holden Torana vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Torana weights approximately 145 kg more than 1967 Honda S800.
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, 1972 Holden Torana (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 1967 Honda S800 | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Torana | S800 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |